Spring Rehearsals

Congratulations! You have taken the biggest step towards an incredible experience as a member of the GBHS Marching Band! Membership in the GBHS Marching Band is an amazing experience for you and your entire family, and one that takes tremendous dedication, hard work, and responsibility. You will learn here that to truly be successful, you must first meet your own standards. We are successful when we have given you an environment in which it is safe to take risks and try new things. Spring rehearsals are designed for all students (8th-11th grade) that plan on being in the 2016 Marching Band. We also encourage ANY student that is considering joining the group to attend and “check it out”. If you are planning on being a member, you must attend. Spring rehearsals are on every Thursday starting on May 5th and will end on June 9th. Rehearsals are from 6pm - 9pm in the High School Band Room.

Spring Rehearsals Dates and Times

I am not sure if I want to be in the marching band. What should I do?

If you are not sure if you want to be in marching band or not, then come and check it out. You will not get a true understanding of what marching band is unless you try it. You are not making a commitment at this time.

What if I did not sign up for Marching Band?

If you come to rehearsals and decide that you want to be part of this group, we will get with your counselor and add this class to your schedule for you. You do not have to do anything.

My parents are not sure about marching band.

There will be a parent meeting on Thursday, May 16th at 8pm. We will discuss Marching Band and answer any questions that they may have at this time.

What to expect at the 1st Rehearsal

The instructional team will be breaking everything about our technique down as far as we possibly can in order for you to feel comfortable and confident in your performances. We are going to go slowly, but surely, and teach you how to perform. As a staff, we look forward in working with you in creating a look and sound that is distinctively the Grand Blanc High School Marching Band.

What Should I Bring to Rehearsal?

All performers are required to have a standard-sized, durable, 3-ring binder (w/protective plastic sheets) with them at all times. All music and important information will be kept in YOUR music folder. A pencil is required at all rehearsals.

Do I need to bring my own instrument?

Each performer is responsible for his/her own equipment. Wind and brass players are expected to have their instrument, in good working condition at every rehearsal. Percussionists are required to bring their own sticks. Color guard will be assigned equipment at the first rehearsal. If you play a school owned instrument, we will take care of you at the first rehearsal.